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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S719 KECMOT history

S719 KEC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

S719 KEC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
115,250 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S719 KEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S719 KEC was last recorded at 115,250 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2012: 72,851 miles, lower than 72,883 miles on 2 Mar 2012.
  • 1 Feb 2021: 113,172 miles, lower than 113,175 miles on 18 Jan 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,197 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
3,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,250 miles
  • 2022 – 115,197 miles
  • 2021 – 113,172 miles
  • 2020 – 108,386 miles
  • 2019 – 99,818 miles
  • 2018 – 91,365 miles
  • 2017 – 86,684 miles
  • 2016 – 82,423 miles
  • 2015 – 78,280 miles
  • 2013 – 78,247 miles
  • 2012 – 72,851 miles
  • 2010 – 63,247 miles
  • 2009 – 55,310 miles
  • 2008 – 42,792 miles
  • 2007 – 41,554 miles
  • 2006 – 39,570 miles
  • 2005 – 36,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,250 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,250 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,250 miles
    Test number
    528682493973
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass115,197 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,197 miles
    Test number
    454131431491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,172 miles (-3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,172 miles
    Test number
    489720663087
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail113,175 miles (+4,789)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,175 miles
    Test number
    647892128726
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Water ingress (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass108,386 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,386 miles
    Test number
    167749747282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail108,385 miles (+8,567)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,385 miles
    Test number
    618434297501
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass99,818 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,818 miles
    Test number
    539216274452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,806 miles (+8,441)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,806 miles
    Test number
    977923187270
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass91,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,365 miles
    Test number
    850454033868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,365 miles (+4,681)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,365 miles
    Test number
    838539306874
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass86,684 miles (+4,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    629289539577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  12. Pass82,423 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,423 miles
    Test number
    867914595109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,280 miles (+33)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    709095615071
    • NoteRear silencer corroded on exhaust
  14. Pass78,247 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    645620993165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,240 miles (+5,389)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,240 miles
    Test number
    826633383194
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  16. Pass72,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,851 miles
    Test number
    229200282155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,851 miles (-32)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,851 miles
    Test number
    597959472104
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteRear discs pitted
  18. Fail72,883 miles (+9,636)2 dangerous4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,883 miles
    Test number
    128952662443
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass63,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,247 miles
    Test number
    723839220264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,247 miles (+7,937)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,247 miles
    Test number
    694179020213
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass55,310 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,310 miles
    Test number
    241572229237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,283 miles (+12,491)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    342082419483
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass42,792 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,792 miles
    Test number
    183175548099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOnly just passed emissions
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  24. Fail42,792 miles (+1,238)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,792 miles
    Test number
    332255348081
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOnly just passed emissions
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  25. Pass41,554 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,554 miles
    Test number
    350815327444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,570 miles (+2,625)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,570 miles
    Test number
    614700326250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    36,945 miles
    Test number
    782080825213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S719 KEC

Does S719 KEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S719 KEC is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S719 KEC?
The MOT on S719 KEC is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S719 KEC done?
S719 KEC was recorded at 115,250 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 3,863 miles a year.
Has S719 KEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S719 KEC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S719 KEC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S719 KEC find?
S719 KEC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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